2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1970 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 813 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (298 Nm). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1970 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Checker |
| Model | CTS | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4760 mm |
